The Giants end their first draft day by selecting C/1B Tommy Joseph out of Horizon HS in Scottsdale, Arizona and 3B Chris Dominguez from Louisville. Let’s check ‘em out. C/1B Tommy Joseph – Read MLB.com’s Draft Pofile of Joseph Joseph’s defense is considered little fringy behind the plate but he might be able to stick at the position if his… Read more →
The Giants have selected RHP Zach Wheeler with the 6th overall pick in the 2009 First Year Players Draft. From SFGiants.com: Wheeler, 19, has a fastball that reaches 95 mph but typically hovers in the 90-93 mph range, according to scouting reports. Experts believe that Wheeler can gain velocity as he adds strength to his 6-foot-4, 170-pound frame. I like… Read more →
The 2009 first-year player draft kicks off today at 6 PM EST. The Giants have the #6 overall pick this year after picking at #5 in 2008. After a few years of uninspiring drafts, the Giants have been on a roll as of late. Recent drafts have netted the team Tim Lincecum, Madison Bumgarner, Tim Alderson, Buster Posey and many… Read more →